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Poland isn't disease - ridden place. A standard of medical treatment is not as high as in western European countries. In large cities hospitals offer all forms
of treatment and modern diagnostic equipment. Private
clinics are also available; treatment is not free of
charge but standard is higher. If you want to come
to Poland we would suggest buying medical insurance in advance. Please go through a list of medical institutions that have agreement with you insurance company. Check which documents are required in order to get money back if you pay for a visit. Any special vaccinations are not required.
Poland is rather a safe country for foreigners. But
always be careful of your pocket and bag, because there
are many pickpockets in Poland. Take care of your belongings! Never leave your bags unattended! You should be especially
very careful in buses, overnight trains, narrow underpasses
and streets. Street crime, which is occasionally violent,
is on moderate level. Crime rates in Poland vary. Warsaw, Krakow,
and other major cities have higher rates of crime against
residents and foreign visitors. The tri-cities area
of Gdynia, Sopot, and Gdansk has a high incidence of
muggings, sometimes in broad daylight, which have sometimes
involved aggravated assault.
Alcohol consumption is an integral part of Polish social
tradition, and nondrinkers are relatively rare. Sometimes
drunks can be dangerous so keep away from cheap drink
bars. Don't enter suburban areas alone.
The loss or theft of a passport should be reported immediately
to the local police and the nearest embassy or consulate.
If you are the victim of crime, in addition to reporting
to local police, you should contact your embassy or consulate
for assistance. The embassy/consulate staff can, for
example, assist you to find appropriate medical care,
to contact family members or friends and provide you with financial support.
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